US Bridges

HWY Jefferson ST over ST 24

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · 1.0 MI NE of R.I.S.L. · Structure no. F020823XKDOTNBI

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
264 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,300
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Jefferson ST over ST 24 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Jefferson ST over ST 24 in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,317 by 2032. The structure is 264 ft (80.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Jefferson ST
CrossesST 24
Location1.0 MI NE of R.I.S.L.
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.67305, -71.14792
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.7 US tons
Inventory rating32.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length264 ft (80.6 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,300 (2022)
Projected traffic6,317 by 2032
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$10.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Jefferson ST over ST 24 built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Jefferson ST over ST 24 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Jefferson ST over ST 24 carry?

About 1,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is HWY Jefferson ST over ST 24?

The structure is 264 ft (80.6 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Jefferson ST over ST 24?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.